Project Manager

ALUCOR; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

ALUCOR is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a mechanical engineering background to lead high-value Oil & Gas construction, upgrade, shutdowns, and turnarounds in the UAE. You will drive safety, quality, and performance, manage multidisciplinary teams, and oversee EPC/EPCM contracts from FEED through commissioning.

The role requires 10+ years in project management, 6+ years in Oil & Gas, and a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering; willingness to travel and relocate as needed.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in Oil & Gas projects.
• At least 6 years specifically in Oil & Gas projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of large Oil & Gas construction, upgrade, brownfield, shutdown, and turnaround projects.
• Oversee mechanical works including static and rotating equipment, piping, vessels, and related packages.
• Manage stakeholders including clients, consultants, vendors, contractors, and senior management.

Skills

Project Leadership

Stakeholder Mgmt

Risk Mgmt

Budgeting

Schedule Control

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Are you a seasoned Project Management leader ready to command multi-million-dollar Oil & Gas projects? We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager with a strong mechanical engineering background to spearhead complex construction, upgrade, maintenance, shutdown, and turnaround initiatives across the Oil & Gas sector.

This leadership role demands a proven track record of delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget, with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence. If you thrive on significant challenges and possess the strategic vision to navigate complex industrial environments, we invite you to lead our next generation of major Oil & Gas projects.

Location

UAE

Type

Full-Time | Senior Level | Leadership Role

Experience Required

10+ Years of Proven Project Management, 6 + Experience in Oil & Gas Projects

Educational Background

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

About the Role

Join us as a Project Manager, leading high-value Oil & Gas projects involving plant construction, mechanical installation, equipment upgrades, brownfield modifications, shutdowns, turnarounds, and commissioning activities.

This pivotal role demands exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, project controls, and technical expertise in mechanical engineering. You will be responsible for achieving project objectives safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects involving mechanical equipment, piping systems, pressure vessels, storage tanks, rotating equipment, static equipment, mechanical packages, fabrication, installation, testing, and commissioning.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Project Leadership: Oversee the end-to-end planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure of large-scale Oil & Gas construction, upgrade, brownfield, shutdown, and turnaround projects.

Mechanical Project Management: Lead the delivery of mechanical works, including static and rotating equipment, pressure vessels, tanks, piping systems, mechanical packages, fabrication, installation, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and handover.

Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary contact for clients, consultants, vendors, contractors, subcontractors, and senior management, ensuring clear communication, coordination, and alignment.

Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical, commercial, schedule, safety, and operational risks while managing project changes effectively.

Budget & Schedule Control: Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and progress reporting to ensure financial and timeline adherence.

Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and mentor multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, procurement, construction, mechanical, piping, QA/QC, HSE, commissioning, and project controls personnel.

Contract Management: Administer complex EPC, EPCM, construction, subcontract, and vendor agreements, ensuring contractual compliance and effective management of variations, claims, and deliverables.

Engineering & Construction Coordination: Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities.

Quality & Safety Assurance: Uphold the highest quality, health, safety, and environmental standards. Promote a zero-incident culture and ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.

Project Reporting: Lead project review meetings and provide regular reports covering progress, cost, schedule, risks, resources, quality, safety, procurement, and commercial performance.

What We’re Looking For

Extensive Experience: Minimum 10+ years of progressive project management experience, including the delivery of large-scale Oil & Gas, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, pipeline, or energy projects.

Mechanical Engineering Background: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required. A professional engineering qualification or relevant postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.

Industry Expertise: Strong understanding of Oil & Gas project requirements, mechanical systems, industrial plant construction, fabrication, installation, commissioning, shutdowns, turnarounds, brownfield modifications, and operating-plant environments.

Project Delivery Experience: Proven experience managing projects from FEED or detailed engineering through procurement, construction, commissioning, start-up, and final handover.

Technical Acumen

• Static and rotating equipment
• Pressure vessels and storage tanks
• Piping systems and mechanical packages
• Pumps, compressors, turbines, and heat exchangers
• Fabrication and installation activities
• Hydro testing, pressure testing, inspection, and commissioning
• Brownfield modifications, tie-ins, shutdowns, and turnarounds

Project Controls: Strong understanding of project planning, cost control, forecasting, earned value, progress measurement, and reporting using Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent systems.

Management Credentials: PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent project management certification is highly preferred.

Contractual Awareness: Solid understanding of FIDIC or similar EPC and industrial contract forms, including variations, claims, change orders, and subcontractor management.

Codes and Standards: Working knowledge of applicable Oil & Gas codes and standards, including API, ASME, AWS, and relevant local regulations.

Leadership & Communication: Exceptional leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, decision-making, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Mobility: Willingness to travel extensively and potentially relocate to project sites when required.

Why Join Our Team?

• Lead Transformative Projects: Deliver critical Oil & Gas infrastructure and contribute to major industrial developments.
• Significant Impact: Directly influence high-value project outcomes, operational performance, and strategic client relationships.
• Career Growth: Gain professional recognition and build a long-term career in a growing project delivery organization.
• Competitive Rewards: Receive a highly attractive compensation package and professional development opportunities.
• Innovation & Excellence: Be part of an organization committed to continuous improvement, safety, quality, and exemplary project delivery.